Best Late-Night Restaurants in Melbourne

“Best Lanzhou noodle soups in the country! Beef quality here is heads and shoulders above the rest.”

“Authentic, flavour-packed noodles! I had an amazing experience at Bowltiful! The beef noodle soup was rich, …”

“The customer service was excellent, with staff who were incredibly helpful and fluent in English”

“The interior of this new modern Japanese-restaurant is very cool — modern, stylish and instantly sets an amazing vibe.”

“Checked out the newest Japanese spot in town - loved the big, loud, fun vibe.”

“Amazing service, we were regularly checked in on by Freya and she was very attentive.”

“Absolutely loved this Korean restaurant! The flavors are authentic and rich - the fried chicken was perfectly crispy and the bibimbap so fresh.”

“Friendly, attentive staff, steady hot grills. Meat quality was excellent, the space was clean and comfortable, and service was fast.”

“Such a good spot to come with your friends or even alone I promise you will have fun, the vibes are so good and music is perfect”

“This place is amazing! The flavors are authentic and rich, with every dish packed full of delicious spices and the texture.”

“This restaurant is amazing for its menu and korean food. The food here is so tasty and has good flavours.”

“The Jjamppong is a must order, one of the best jjamppong in Melb.”

“This place is amazing for food and price!!! OMG best food I have eaten in Melbourne. Big servings and great flavours.”

“Service was friendly and efficient, and we loved the k-pop channel they had on the tv – it completed the experience!”

“The "Original Jjambbong" is amazing; the combination of spice, seafood, and noodles makes for an unforgettable gourmet experience.”

“The service was excellent, friendly, attentive and quick without being rushed. You can tell the staff genuinely care about the experience they are creating.”

“This place has had a major glow up, ignore the old photos and comments, this is now one of the best Japanese restaurants in Melbourne.”

“Food is good. Loved the kingfish carpaccio, chicken katsu and the spicy beef brisket soup bowl …. Generous portions”

“It’s an adventure finding it but once you do, you’ll be shown a world of delicious authentic Korean food.”

“The food here is absolutely delicious — especially the seafood pancake, which was perfectly cooked.”

“The service was excellent, and the staff went above and beyond to make us feel welcome.”

“With the promise of getting a free milk tea from management, I am writing this strong review together with a picture of their platter.”

“The staff is very friendly and accommodating for big group. Mini dessert is very delicious.”

“This is honestly the best mochi I’ve ever had. With milk tea, it’s perfect.”

“Best burger ever, and GREAT atmosphere the moment we walked in were made feel welcomed. Very friendly and amazingly fresh food.”

“Excellent food with outstanding service at an first-rate price. There is nothing that I can complain about in regards to this place, will be returning soon.”

“I always get the MG Deluxe and it is perfect every time.”

“The meat was super fresh and well-marinated — especially loved the pork belly and beef short ribs.”

“This little place was buzzing when we arrived. Fantastic food and even better service.”

“The vibe of the restaurant is hip and fun with upbeat KPOP music for that extra fun time.”

“The Unagi don was excellent! Plenty of unagi and the kick of spicy mayo complimented the savory flavor of the fish splendidly.”

“We were walk ins with zero wait time but in future I'd recommend booking in advance since the place seems like the type to get busy later into the night.”

“Honestly some of the best value food and drinks you can have in Melbs.”

“Outstanding burgers and wonderful staff! the only real issue is the noise in the establishment. Music is blasting, love it.”

“I know it’s a burger place, but the salad with chicken was amazing and the woman who served me didn’t judge me for getting salad”

“The vegan schnitzel burger was amazing. The avocado makes it juicy. It is a massive serve.”

“The best BBQ I've had in Melbourne! The charcoal grilling flavor is incredibly authentic.”

“The meat skewers have a perfect balance of lean and fatty meat, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, incredibly fragrant.”

“The prices are reasonable for barbecue, making it perfect for gatherings with friends or a late-night snack.”

“The Veg Thali here is the best I’ve had. Each dish is packed with flavor, offering a perfect balance of spices and freshness.”

“The food was really delicious and authentic. The staff is very cooperative and always try to maintain the same quality and quantity of food.”

“Best place in Melbourne near CBD to eat and have a flavor of authentic North Indian food.”

“The restaurant is beautiful and has a Japanese style. The food is extremely clean, and the taste is undeniably delicious.”

“The red dragon ramen is fantastic. Make sure to get super spicy for the added flavor.”

“The vibe of this restaurant was absolutely delightful, the food was delicious and we did not have to wait long for our meal to arrive after ordering.”

“The food was authentic, flavorful, and fresh, with each dish perfectly seasoned to bring out the best of Korean cuisine.”

“This is my second time visiting this Korean restaurant, and the food is just as delicious as I remembered.”

“Been to Zhan beers many times and the food and service is always fantastic!”

“Order pizza for all of my events from here and never let me down, consistently amazing!”

“Best pizza bases in Melbourne. Excellent value if you take advantage of the weekday specials”

“It came on time as it says and the pizza is amazing.”

“The best lamb kabab ive had in melbourne.The food was deliciously tasty and both my husband and children loved the food.”

“We ordered the BBQ platter and it was amazing. Succulent, juicy meat that was of generous quantity.”

“The Malai Boti was dry and crumbly, and the Butter Chicken, once their best dish, lacked flavor.”

“The boneless chicken feet are so delicious. And the braised back bones are a lot, so try it!!!”

“This place is definitely the best in Melbourne for chicken feet with that perfect smoky flavor.”

“This dish is incredible! The flavors are perfectly balanced, with every bite leaving me wanting more.”

“The fried chicken here is so crispy and juicy — perfectly cooked every time. Loved the variety of sauces, especially the sweet & spicy one.”

“The staff are extremely attentive, the food is sooo delicious. This is my second time coming back, no waiting at all.”

“Food was delicious and their atmosphere was uplifting. Kids loved chicken and seafood pan ake, and we loved beer.”

“The pork knuckle was fantastic, full of flavour, juicy, and absolutely delicious. We really loved it and would happily order it again.”

“Best pork hock and belly platter in the city! Generous portion with great flavour! worth trying it out! Price is reasonable as well!”

“Absolutely loved the food here! The fried chicken was incredibly crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside.”

“The vibe is perfect too: great for couples, hanging out with friends, or bringing the whole family.”

“It is just a short walk from Flagstaff station or the Queen Victoria Market tram stops so very easy to get.”

“The chicken quality has been dropping a lot lately, the lastest two times I visited, the chicken was not crunchy as usual”

“We want to acknowledge our wonderful server, Jiwoo, who helped us when we encountered a problem with our bulgogi.”

“This place is so good. It hands down has the best fried chicken and kimchi stew I’ve ever tasted and the kimchi is so fresh too.”

“Seven Star is genuinely impressive Korean food — the kind you remember after the meal.”

“Located at 208–210 Little Bourke Street, Wong’s delivers a fiery, flavour-packed hot pot experience you can enjoy until 2 am, perfect for late-night cravings or adventurous dinners with friends.”

“Great Hot Pot, central location into the CBD, fresh ingredients and wonderful service.”

“The food was delicious, fresh ingredients, rich soup bases, and great variety.”

“The texture of the hand pulled noodles was fantastic. Soaked up all the flavour of the soup and sauce extremely well!”

“Bowltiful on Swanston Street is hands down my favourite location out of all their stores!”

“Quick service , delicious and halal food and many different noodles to pick from. …”

“The desserts were delicious!!! The desserts were delicious!!! The desserts were delicious!!!”

“The workers are also really nice and easy to talk to〜 highly recommend coming here guys!!!”

“We went to the city to check out this new late night dessert spot called Oski SnowIce the other day”

“We got Royal Stacks delivery through Uber Eats at 12am and it has to be one of the best burgers I have had delivered.”

“The Saint is slightly spicy due to the jalapeños but we loved it! Be prepared to get messy but you’re gonna enjoy it.”

“Great tasting hamburgers, fries, and milk shakes. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for something that tastes authentic to the states.”

“The lamb are particularly delicious! You can also play billiards while dining in the store. I'll definitely come again next time!”

“The food was amazing! The barbecue was incredibly authentic. As a Northeasterner, I thought it tasted fantastic, just like home!”

“It felt like stepping back into China in an instant! It's the perfect place for a get-together with friends, I'll definitely come again!”

“The food was really nice beyond of my imagination, I recommend the potato chips and grilled steak.”

“This place is amazing! Been here a couple of times with the family, yes, kids too!”

“Amazing food and service!!! Highly recommend the unagi ochazuke and sweet potato croquette!”

“This is the best pizza in Melbourne. The thin and regular crust are awesome. I’ve been missing it so much.”

“Hands down this is the best affordable pizza shop in whole Melbourne.”

“New owners cant understand English when you try to order and very hard to understand what there saying they no longer deliver as well.”

“The other times I had it, it was really delicious, but today it tasted watered down, like the broth had been diluted.”

“Best korean cheap eats in melbourne cbd! I love their jajangmyeon and it’s so affordable as well!”

“I really like the their black bean noodles. The sauce has great depth, super umani and the noodle has a great chew.”

“The best service from these wonderful ladies! Lisa and Arbish! Made me feel safe and welcome at the latest hours of the night!”

“The staff member was adorable and very thoughtful. Everything she prepared was delicious. She made my experience genuinely enjoyable.”

“Must recommend .I had a great cheese pizza here. The most thing I admire here was service by Ms. Tanya. She is fabulous in hospitality business.”

“Minimalist ambiance and calm vibe make it a perfect spot to unwind or catch up with friends.”

“Pancake was not made fresh even though there is a sign that says it will take 20 minutes to prepare because they make it fresh.”

“The soufflés are incredibly soft and fluffy! Each beverage offered a refreshing twist, complementing the pancakes perfectly.”

“They offer excellent late-night sushi and bento boxes. The prices are very reasonable, the ingredients are fresh, and the taste is above average.”

“Absolutely delicious food. Takoyaki to die for and outstanding portion sizes, also very affordable!”

“Came here twice during lunch time and Thursday and it is not open with no updates on their website or shop front.”

“Zak and Katherine were our servers and did an amazing job keeping the energy high at our table while making sure drinks were always flowing.”

“Zach was such an amazing waiter, food was delicious as always! He was dealing with the floor and bar all alone and still was very attentive !”

“Quite loud space, food and service were amazing, allergies catered for wonderfully, but hard venue to have a conversation”

“The signature herbal jelly is always my favourite. The staff is always friendly and welcoming. Great option if you crave for something sweet at late night.”

“Best mango bingsu I’ve ever had. Service was outstanding. Comforting Atmosphere, feels like home. Not to mention that they close later than other dessert stores. Highly recommend.”

“Reasonably priced, except for the crushed ice ones. Was quite crowded but the food turned up within a reasonable time.”

“It’s in a convenient location that’s easy to locate, the place has a lovely, authentic Japanese feel, and the food is both delicious and reasonably priced.”

“I've had to update the review. Everytime I've ordered takeaway they've forgotten the egg and the meat in the ramen!”

“No longer accepts Liven dollars, despite being active on Liven as ParcoRamen whose address is 427 Elizabeth St.”